Product Overview
The Inclined Bowl Conveyor, also referred to as a Z-Type Bowl Conveyor, is a specialized vertical transport system engineered specifically for the gentle and efficient handling of sticky, semi-liquid food products. This includes ready-to-eat meats, pickled vegetables, saucy foods, and other difficult-to-flow materials. Designed for use in modern food production facilities, this conveyor combines precision, hygiene, and space-saving functionality.
What Is Bowl Conveyor?
The bowl conveyor is mainly used for conveying sticky products with juicy and oily, and its design is flexible, combining horizontal conveying and vertical conveying. Products are discharged into the hopper which’s with chain.Delivery to the specified point.The advantages of this conveying method are: fully sealed, no leakage, low material damage rate, easy to clear and reduced defective products during conveying. At the same time It can be used for secondary conveying due to the height limit of the plant.reducing the total height of the packaging system. Make automatic packaging machines are used in low ceiling plant.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel (Food Grade SS304) |
| Bowl Material | ABS/PP (food-grade, non-stick, optional anti-leak) |
| Bowl Pitch | Customizable |
| Speed Control | Adjustable via frequency converter |
| Motor Type | Electric geared motor |
| Capacity | Up to 3 tons/hour (depending on bowl and product type) |
| Output Height | 1.5m – 3.5m (customizable) |
| Cleaning Design | Easy-to-remove bowls, smooth surfaces |
| Certifications | CE, ISO, Food Safety Compliance Available |
Product Applications
The Inclined Bowl Conveyor is especially well-suited for food processors dealing with products that are difficult to move via standard conveyors, including:
| Product Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Ready-to-Eat Meals | Cooked meats, rice boxes, sauces |
| Pickled Vegetables | Kimchi, pickled cucumbers, fermented foods |
| Marinated Items | BBQ meat, spiced poultry, seasoned fish |
| Semi-Liquid Products | Stews, braised dishes, moist dumplings |
Its low-speed movement and stable bowl structure ensure that these sensitive, sticky materials remain intact and well-controlled throughout their journey to packaging.
Why Use It as a Secondary Conveyor?
In many modern factories, the height from the weigher’s discharge point to the bagging machine’s feed point may not allow a direct drop. Here’s where the bowl conveyor shines:
1. Bypasses Structural Limitations
- Many facilities have low ceilings or obstructions that prevent a direct drop from the weighing equipment into the packaging unit.
- The Inclined Bowl Conveyor acts as a space-efficient elevator, gently moving the product down and around those limitations.
2. Ensures Consistent Feeding Across Equipment
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Even if the upstream (weighing) and downstream (packaging) machines operate at different speeds or are temporarily out of sync, the bowl conveyor buffers product flow, ensuring a smooth and balanced transition.
3. Improves Line Flexibility and Modularity
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This secondary conveyor allows manufacturers to reconfigure lines more easily, accommodating different packaging types or formats using the same layout.
4. Maintains Product Integrity During Multi-Stage Transfers
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Especially useful for sticky, delicate, or saucy items, which could lose quality or shape if dropped abruptly from one machine to another.
🔧 Feeding & Discharge Flexibility
This conveyor system integrates seamlessly into various packaging environments:
Feeding Options
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Manual: Operators can place items directly into the bowls.
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Automated: Works with combination weighers or dosing systems.
Discharge Options
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Pouch Packaging Machines: Ideal for stand-up bags or premade pouches.
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Vertical Form-Fill-Seal Machines: For high-speed automated bagging.
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Tray or Bucket Fillers: Based on custom requirements.
Industrial Benefits
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Space Optimization: Z-type vertical lift reduces floor usage.
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Improved Workflow: Minimizes bottlenecks and increases throughput.
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Labor Reduction: Cuts down on manual transport between workstations.
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Custom Integration: Tailor the conveyor to your specific food product and packaging machine.
Even without full automation, this system can significantly boost production speed and output—offering an excellent return on investment for medium and large-scale food manufacturers.
This conveyor excels with sticky, wet, and semi-liquid foods like marinated meats, kimchi, and sauce-covered meals.
The inclined bowl conveyor can work with a variety of downstream packaging systems depending on your product and layout:
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Pre-made pouch packaging machines (pouch baggers)
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Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) machines
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Tray filling or dosing equipment
This versatility allows it to fit into a wide range of packaging workflows.
No. It’s designed for food processing—made from stainless steel and removable food-grade bowls for fast sanitation.
While the speed is moderate, the system maintains a continuous flow, improving efficiency even in manual lines.
Absolutely. Everything from bowl size to motor control and discharge height can be tailored to your production setup.
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